Muthafushi Thila
Divers exploring Muthafushi Thila will be captivated by the vibrant yellow net corals, sturdy hard corals, and enchanting anemones that adorn the site. The pinnacle teems with an abundance of small reef fish, creating a captivating underwater spectacle. Additionally, this site serves as a sanctuary for graceful sea turtles.
As you venture deeper into Muthafushi Thila, you'll encounter a series of overhangs teeming with glassfish, shrimp, lobsters, and occasional sightings of moray eels and turtles receiving their hygienic grooming. Anemone and anemonefish enthusiasts will also find this dive site to be a paradise. The vibrancy of marine life at Muthafushi Thila is truly awe-inspiring. Take your time to dive slowly and witness the splendor of lionfish, scorpionfish, stonefish, mantis shrimp, moray eels, and much more!
With an impressive visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, Muthafushi Thila offers optimal conditions for exploration. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this site caters to all levels of expertise.
Uncover the hidden treasures of Muthafushi Thila, just a short distance away from Baa, Maldives. Don't miss out on this exceptional dive experience that promises to leave you in awe.
Diving Conditions Score for Muthafushi Thila
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Muthafushi Thila
Depth
21m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Muthafushi Thila
Wave Height
1.52m
Wind Speed
26.5 m/s
Water Temp
29.1°C
Visibility
27.7km
Cloud Cover
94%
Wave Period
8.1s
Air Temperature
28.8°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for Muthafushi Thila
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.605600000000001/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.56m, Wind 26.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.037833333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Muthafushi Thila are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.56m (8.55s), Wind: 26.8 m/s
Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.52m (8.15s), Wind: 25.5 m/s
Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.52m, Wind: 27.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Muthafushi ThilaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Muthafushi Thila
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Muthafushi Thila
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Muthafushi Thila
Ideal Conditions for Muthafushi Thila
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
March
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Muthafushi Thila
Muthafushi Thila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.1°C) and December the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). March is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026